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TRANSDUCER MOUNTING PROCEDURE Humminbird’s high - speed transducer is supplied with your LCR. This transducer has been designed to give good high speed readings on most all boat designs, including aluminum. Please carefull y consider the following before installing your transducer. TRANSDUCER MOUNTING OPTIONS A. Transom Mount - The Humminbird hig[...]
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by rotating up out of the metal spring bracket without harming the transducer, or your boat. The transducer can be re - engaged by simply rotating the transducer down and snapping it back in place. (See Figure A) B. Inside Hull Mount - The high speed transducer can be mounted inside the hull (without pivot assembly) using the proper two - part epox[...]
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Once the location is determined mark and drill three 7/64” dia.. holes noted on the template. Attach the metal bracket using three #10 self threading screws supplied. Be sure to align holes in the center of the Bracket sl ots. On some aluminum boats it may be necessary to use a wood back - up plate. It is important to use a silicone sealant betwe[...]
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NOTE: On boats with more than 15 degree deadrise angle it may be necessary to mount the transducer slightly off parallel with the water lev el. (See Figure E) Mark and drill the three 9/64” dia. holes as shown on the template. Attach the metal bracket using the three #10 self threading screws supplied. Be sure to align the holes so that they are [...]
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Step 4 TRANSDUCER ASSEMBLY - Insert the transducer assembly into the metal bracket from the bottom. Push up until the holes in the plastic pivot align with the uppermost holes in the bracket. Slide the O - ring on to the h eaded pin and insert it through the two parts. Assemble by screwing the ¼”x3/8” allen head screw into the end of the pin a[...]
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wrench provided. The screws are visible through the access holes on each side of the metal bracket. Check to make sure the transducer main body is rigidly faste ned to the pivot. (See Figure H) Step 6 CHECK POSITION OF TRANSDUCER - At this point, check to see that the bottom of the transducer is a minimum of ¼” below the bottom of the transom. ([...]
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7. Remove the water and transducer and clean the m arked area and the bottom of the transducer thoroughly. 8. Using the Humminbird Epoxy Kit or equivalent, mix an ample amount of epoxy without causing it to bubble and pour it in the area the transducer is to be mounted. The puddle should be larger than the bo ttom of the transducer. 9. Coat the bot[...]
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Install the mounting knobs and tighten snugly. The unit can now be swiveled and tilte d to any desired position.[...]
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OTHER MOUNTING OPTIONS 1. The LCR gimbal bracket can also be mounted on the SM - 4, quick disconnect swivel mount. 2. The LCR gimbal bracket can also be mounted directly to the dash without the swivel mount, however, this method is not recommended since the unit cannot be rotated. INSTALLING THE CABLES Your LCR comes equipped with Humminbird’s n [...]
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It plugs into the outlet on the back of the unit marked “Power”. The transducer connector is identified with the letter T and plugs into the outlet on the back of the unit marked “Transducer”. Note: An adapter (AD - 4) is available to allow use of an old waterproof (BNC) transducer with the LCR, but be sure that the transducer is a 16degree[...]
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Installing the HDR 200 Before mounting the HDR 200, gather the parts you need: HDR 200, mounting hardware kit, and transducer cable. If the transducer cable is no t long enough for your installation, see “Accessories” earlier in this manula for information on the EC - 6 10’ extension. • The mounting surface should be adequately supported to[...]
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begin transmitting, and automatically display the digital depth. (If the HDR 200 is wired to a switch other than the ignition switch, turn that switch on.) Increase your boat speed to ensure that you get a continuous bottom reading as the boat moves. Your HDR 200 and its transducer are designed to operate at up to 75 mph. However, use caution when [...]
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Do not attempt to repair HDR 200 yourself. Repairs should be performed only by authorized Humminbird technicians.[...]